“ Wearable Art ”
Meet Lavissh, a brand that was born from the wanderlust of its CEO, Lavissh Payne, and her passion for exquisite, statement-making fashion. Specializing in luxury resort wear, Lavissh creates elevated, lightweight designs that are both inclusive and exclusive, catering to the sophisticated tastes of well-traveled women who value quality over quantity. The idea for the brand emerged organically—after Lavissh was frequently approached by admirers who wanted her to recreate the custom resort looks she and her clients were wearing. These women don’t just want to look fabulous; they want to feel fabulous too. Lavissh designs with that goal in mind, ensuring that every piece is as stunning as the destinations they are worn in.
For Lavissh, fashion runs in the family, she comes from two generations of fashion designers, with her grandmother and mother both creating beautiful pieces as a hobby. Lavissh has inherited some of their timeless design patterns, and they now hold a cherished place in her own line. She’s excited to share this journey with them and to become the first in three generations of designers to successfully sell a clothing line in mass quantities—a milestone she views as her greatest accomplishment thus far.
Hailing from Las Vegas, Lavissh quickly turned her passion for fashion into a lifestyle, with her bold and innovative designs capturing attention on social media and through word of mouth. Her frequent trips to Paris and Italy for Fashion Week over the last eight years, have significantly influenced her work, and her ultimate goal is to own a fashion house in Italy, debuting unique collections each year at Paris Fashion Week. Lavissh knows firsthand what, women who vacation in luxury want, because she lives that lifestyle herself. Her designs are a reflection of that experience—a celebration of luxury and style, fused with her visionary creativity.
Lavissh credits much of her success to the invaluable support she has received from the NEW-Women’s Business Center. She describes Maria Rangel, one of the center’s mentors, as her “guardian angel.” Maria’s guidance, expertise, and unwavering support have been instrumental in helping Lavissh navigate the complexities of launching her brand. “Whenever Maria doesn’t have the answer, she goes the extra mile to connect Lavissh with the right experts, ensuring that every challenge is met with the guidance and support needed to move forward, states Lavissh; she also highlights the contributions of Mr. Richard Stern, whose decades of fashion industry experience have helped her overcome manufacturing obstacles. Lavissh considers the assistance from
NEW-WBC not just educational, but life-changing, likening the organization to a family that has empowered her to turn her dream into reality.
“NEW has forever changed my life. You’d be a fool not to utilize the resources they provide for new business owners. I was clueless when I started this journey, and now I have the confidence and knowledge to finish strong. Thanks to NEW-WBC.”says Lavissh.
Marie Rangel
Fashion Program Manager
818-570-8948
